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SIB 51 01 16: Power window overheating
Power window overheating on BMW F06/F12/F13 models (2012–2016); BMW released a software update.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10151009 · Jan 2016 · also written SI B51 01 16, B510116
What it covers
A service bulletin tells BMW technicians how to diagnose or fix a known issue. It is not a recall: a repair under a bulletin is normally paid by the owner unless the car is still under warranty or a warranty extension applies.
Heated rear window control module requires a software update. The electrical load of the heated rear window may cause the fuse to overheat and fail.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 51 01 16 Also written: SI B51 01 16, B510116, 51 01 16, SIB-51-01-16, SI B510116 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10151009 |
| Document IDs filed | B510116 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | 640i, 650i, M6 |
| Model years | 2012–2016 |
| Chassis | F06, F12, F13 |
| Engines | N55, N63, S63 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Electrical System Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System › Rear Window |
Model, year and engine coverage comes from NHTSA's records. Not every car in this range is affected; the official document lists the exact production dates and conditions.
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